Tricia Mangan Teams up with Her Brother for 'Head of the Charles'

Two-time Olympian and athlete on the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team, Tricia Mangan, is once again teaming up with her brother, Andrew Mangan, to raise awareness for the High Fives Foundation - a cause close to Andrew’s heart. 

“I am so excited to be rowing in the Head of the Charles Regatta again this year with my brother Andrew in the Mixed Inclusion Doubles event and with my entire family (parents and five siblings) in the Directors Challenge to raise money for High Fives Foundation,” said Mangan.

After rowing competitively throughout high school Andrew suffered a spinal cord injury in 2016 that left him paralyzed from the shoulder down. He has since gained a new perspective and drive to get back into the sport, which led him to the High Fives Foundation. The foundation is a non-profit organization helping those with spinal cord injuries return to the world of outdoor sports. 

“I really admire Andrew and think his story is a true testament to the power of never-ending hard work and a positive attitude. It will be really special to be able to row with him and even more fun to row as an entire family,” said Mangan.

Mangan is not just a successful alpine athlete but has worked to support her brother in his recovery by teaming up at the Head of the Charles to raise money and awareness for the organization. 

“As the least experienced rower in the family, I’ll be doing my best not to slow down the boat, but I’m most looking forward to a really special event that always brings my family and our rowing friends together and to raise money for High Fives which is such an incredible organization that helps athletes, like my brother Andrew, get back to the sports they love after life-changing injuries.”

The sibling duo plans to race to raise awareness about the foundation and shed a positive light on its work. The regatta is set to take place in Boston, MA during Head of the Charles Oct. 18 - 20.